2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |